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A D V E R T I S E M E N T
SECTION � A
1. Answer any THREE of the
following in not more than 200
words each: 20�3=60
a) Perception of size is
explained from visual angle
perspective. Evaluate its
adequate.
b) The History of psychology
show � mind-body�
approach as one of the popular
ways of explaining
behaviour. Discuss how this is
being revisited in
modern psychology.
c) With suitable examples
distinguish between
exploratory type and
confirmatory type factor analysis.
How do you examine the
significance level of factors
loadings?
d) Distinguish the application
of signal detection theory
In the selection process of
defense personal. How do
you get and interpret ROC
Curve.
2. a). Distinguish between �
intelligence� and � aptitude� tests.
Lists commonly measured
aptitudes and their tests. 30
b). Prepare an experimental
design following Sperling�s
technique� to study iconic
memory. What does the
experiment prove ? 30
3. What is psychological well
being ? Discuss various
methods in promoting
psychological well being across major
stages of the life span. 60
4. Discuss various
characteristics of probability learning.
Prepare an experimental design
of probability learning
following � Bernoulli
Sequence�. When is the behaviour
of the subject labeled as � gambler�s fallacy�? 60
SECTION B :
5. Answer any THREE of the
following in not more than 200
words each: 20�3=60
a) Comment on Chomsky�s theory
of transformational
Generative grammar and discuss
its later modifications.
b) Discuss the use(s) of SPSS
programme in
psychological testing.
c) What is non directive
thinking? Discuss different
dimensions of thoughts
processes in relation to concept
and creativity ?
d) How is emotional competence
assessed? Discuss the
efforts of emotion on
behaviour. Cite experimental
evidence.
6. What are the different
stages of sleep ? How are these
stages assessed experimentally
? Citing relevant research
studies discuss the effects of
sleep deprivation on cognitive,
affective and behavioral
dimensions. 60
7. Critically evaluate the
relative merits and demerits of
psychometric measures of
personality and intelligence.
60
8. Discuss nature, formation
and measurement of attitude.
Can attitude be changed?
Substantiate your answer citing
research finding. 60